Simtra ist ein erstklassiges Auftragsentwicklungs- & Herstellungsunternehmen, welches seit über 65 Jahren in Zusammenarbeit mit mehr als 60 internationalen Kunden weltweit sterile, injizierbare Arzneimittel auf den Markt bringt. Unser Hauptaugenmerk liegt hierbei auf der Herstellung von Krebstherapeutika. Mit der Unterstützung von über 2.000 Mitarbeitenden an unseren zwei Standorten in Bloomington, Indiana, USA und Halle/Westfalen, Deutschland, können wir unseren Kunden ein breites Portfolio von Verabreichungssystemen anbieten, darunter vorgefüllte Spritzen, flüssige/lyophilisierte Fläschchen, Verdünnungsmittel für die Rekonstitution, mit Pulver gefüllte Fläschchen und sterile Kristallisation. Neben der GMP-Herstellung bieten wir auch weitere Dienstleistungen an, darunter Unterstützung bei der Formulierung und Entwicklung, Gefriertrocknungsoptimierung, globale regulatorische Unterstützung sowie Sekundärverpackung.

Simtra wird aus vielseitigen Teams in verschiedenen Bereichen gebildet! Werden Sie ein Teil des Teams und unterstützen Sie zukünftig dabei Patienten weltweit lebensverändernde Medikamente zur Verfügung zu stellen.

Das bieten wir Ihnen:

• Faire tarifgebundene Vergütung inkl. Sozialleistungen wie ein 13. Tarifgehalt, Urlaubsgeld, betriebliche Altersvorsorge und eine zusätzliche Pflegeversicherung
• Hauseigene moderne Kantine mit attraktiver Be­zu­schus­sung
• 30 Tage Urlaub plus Sonderurlaub
• Wochenarbeitszeit von 37,5 Stunden
• Job-Rad Leasing
• Corporate Benefits: Exklusive Rabatte für Mitarbeitende bei zahlreichen bekannten Marken
• Gute Verkehrsanbindung und kostenlose Mitarbeitendenparkplätze 
• Berufsbedingter Umzug? Wir unterstützen finanziell im Rahmen unserer Umzugskostenpauschale
• Kostenlose Betriebssportarten z.B. Badminton, Fußball und Fitnesskurse

Engagierten und begabten Menschen bieten wir interessante Chancen in allen Phasen des Berufslebens. Geschlecht, Alter, Hautfarbe, Herkunft, sexuelle Orientierung und Beeinträchtigungen spielen dabei keine Rolle - im Gegenteil: Wir fördern Vielfalt und glauben, dass Diversität eine Bereicherung darstellt.

Wir freuen uns über die Zusendung der Unterlagen zu Ihrem bisherigen beruflichen Werdegang direkt über unser Online-System.

Bei Rückfragen wenden Sie sich gerne an Selin Sencan (ssencan@simtra.com).

Um mehr über die Datenschutzrichtlinie von Simtra zu erfahren, lesen Sie bitte die globale Datenschutzrichtlinie der Simtra Recruitment Platform: » Recruiting Privacy Notice (DE)

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization.  

Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide.  As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra.  We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging.  Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.

Why join Team Simtra? Because we:

Make it HAPPEN – We bring a growth mindset to every opportunity, developing new skillsets and exceeding our expectations and those of our customers.

Make it TOGETHER – We work as one, respecting each voice and tapping into our unique strengths across teams—so we can solve problems in new ways.

Make it RIGHT – We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence, fulfilling our commitments to the customer, their patients, and our team members.

Make it COUNT – We take pride in our day-to-day work, knowing the impact we make – taking on challenges big and small to improve patient health.

This role:

The Maintenance Technician (production, utilities, facilities) works as a key member of a high-performance team responsible for supporting daily manufacturing, utilities, and inspection & packaging operations in a pharmaceutical production environment. This position is 100% onsite at the Bloomington, Indiana facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Routine and non-routine checks and electrical/mechanical repair of production, utilities, and packaging & inspection equipment failures
• Troubleshoot and preventive maintenance
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects
• Develop, monitor, and perform preventative maintenance procedures
• Review and track equipment component failures and help make recommendations for increased long-term reliability
• Maintain appropriate equipment documentation and change control according to internal procedures
• Participate in spare part analysis and inventory development
• Installation and startup of new equipment

Required qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED (Technical Associates degree preferred)
• 2-5 years industrial maintenance experience (or equivalent) in a multi craft environment - MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
• 5-8 years industrial maintenance experience (or equivalent) in a multi craft environment - SR. MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
• 8+ years industrial maintenance experience (or equivalent) in a multi craft environment and leadership/supervisory experience - LEAD MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
• Preferred experience in aseptic manufacturing environment
• Preferred HVAC/welding certification
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and the ability to use enterprise software (examples include: JDE, BPLM, Pilgrim, Trackwise, etc.)

Physical / Safety Requirements:

• Must be able to lift, push/pull, and carry up to 50 pounds
• May be required to stand for over 4 hours per day
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds overhead
• Must be able to wear personal protective as required.
• Duties may require overtime work, including nights and weekends
• Use of hands and fingers to manipulate office equipment and hand tools is required
• Must be able to gown qualify for Grade A/B areas, as needed.

In return, you’ll be eligible for[1]:

• Day One Benefits
  • Medical & Dental Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Spouse Life Insurance
    • Child Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Time Off Program
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Parental Leave and more
  • Adoption Reimbursement Program
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Community and Volunteer Service Program
  • Employee Ownership Plan
• Additional Benefits
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  •  Voluntary Insurance Benefits
    • Vision Coverage
    • Accident
    • Critical Illness
    • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
    • Identity Theft Protection
    • Legal and more
  • Onsite Campus Amenities
    • Workout Facility
    • Cafeteria
    • Credit Union

[1] Current benefit offerings are in effect through 12/31/26

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job.  It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job.  Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simtra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Simtra evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Data Privacy

To learn more about Simtra's approach to data privacy, please review the Simtra Recruitment Platform Global Privacy Policy:  https://simtra.com/privacy-policy/

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization.  

Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide.  As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra.  We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging.  Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.

Why join Team Simtra? Because we:

Make it HAPPEN – We bring a growth mindset to every opportunity, developing new skillsets and exceeding our expectations and those of our customers.

Make it TOGETHER – We work as one, respecting each voice and tapping into our unique strengths across teams—so we can solve problems in new ways.

Make it RIGHT – We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence, fulfilling our commitments to the customer, their patients, and our team members.

Make it COUNT – We take pride in our day-to-day work, knowing the impact we make – taking on challenges big and small to improve patient health.

This role:

We are looking for Automation Engineers (level depends on experience) that are responsible for leading the identification, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of process automation and controls systems in pharmaceutical processing, packaging, and facilities. These engineers ensure efficient, quality, functional, and compliant process automation systems and supports engineering systems, capital projects, technical services, and plant support, as applicable. These positions are 100% onsite at the Bloomington, Indiana facility and reports directly to the Sr. Manager, Automation Engineering.

The responsibilities:

• Lead various aspects of support needed in the design, development, and implementation of the site process automation and controls systems
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC & HMI programs
• Specify and configure ins
• Identify and drive improvement opportunities for equipment, instrument, and process optimization, efficiency, and cost reduction through automation technologies and lead initiatives to implement projects
• Lead the deployment of the full system lifecycle for process automation and control systems including the design, assessment, selection, commissioning, validation, and implementation of systems
• Troubleshoot automation and controls systems issues, conduct root causes analysis, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operations
• Conduct risk assessments of automation and controls systems
• Ensure automation and controls systems meet regulatory requirements by conducting and assisting with validation activities

Required qualifications:

• BS in Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Computer Science, Systems Engineering and Design, or related field), plus 2+ years of relevant experience; or HS diploma/GED and 10+ years of relevant experience
• Work experience in process automation and controls systems (including programming PLCs, SCADA, and HMI systems) in pharmaceutical and/or manufacturing environments
• Experience in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Experience in Ignition SCADA/HMI
• Knowledge of coding in Rockwell and Siemens (PLCs and HMIs)
• Knowledge of automation and controls hardware and software systems
• Ability to prioritize projects and workload
• Excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills

Physical/safety requirements:

• Duties may require overtime work, including nights and weekends
• Position requires sitting for long hours, but may also involve walking or standing for long periods of time
• Variable travel of 0-10% could be expected
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs overhead
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), as required

In return, you’ll be eligible for[1]:

• Day One Benefits
  • Medical & Dental Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Spouse Life Insurance
    • Child Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Time Off Program
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Parental Leave and more
  • Adoption Reimbursement Program
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Community and Volunteer Service Program
  • Employee Ownership Plan
• Additional Benefits
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits
    • Vision Coverage
    • Accident
    • Critical Illness
    • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
    • Identity Theft Protection
    • Legal and more
  • Onsite Campus Amenities
    • Workout Facility
    • Cafeteria
    • Credit Union

[1] Current benefit offerings are in effect through 12/31/26

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job.  It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job.  Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simtra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Simtra evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Data Privacy

To learn more about Simtra's approach to data privacy, please review the Simtra Recruitment Platform Global Privacy Policy:  https://simtra.com/privacy-policy/

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization.  

Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide.  As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra.  We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging.  Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.

Why join Team Simtra? Because we:

Make it HAPPEN – We bring a growth mindset to every opportunity, developing new skillsets and exceeding our expectations and those of our customers.

Make it TOGETHER – We work as one, respecting each voice and tapping into our unique strengths across teams—so we can solve problems in new ways.

Make it RIGHT – We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence, fulfilling our commitments to the customer, their patients, and our team members.

Make it COUNT – We take pride in our day-to-day work, knowing the impact we make – taking on challenges big and small to improve patient health.

This role:

We are looking for a Process Engineer (level depends on experience) that is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing packaging processes to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity. This engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify areas for process improvement, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards in the pharmaceutical aseptic manufacturing or automated inspection & packaging areas. This position is 100% onsite at the Bloomington facility and reports directly to the Sr. Manager, Engineering & Maintenance.

The responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a strong ownership for the equipment and processes in the filling or packaging areas
• Implement process improvement projects that enhance efficiency, improve quality, and reduce costs for aseptic filling processes, lyophilization, or inspection & packaging processes
• Develop user requirements (URS), technical specification and design specifications for new processing (aseptic filling, lyophilization, equipment preparation, formulation) and/or automated inspection & packaging equipment and/or upgrades to existing equipment
• Author and execute protocols to include commissioning, qualification, and validation activities (FAT, SAT, IQ and OQ) for packaging systems
• Collaborates with external engineering firms or OEM in feasibility assessments, concept design, basic design, and detail design
• Develop and maintain project schedules using MS Project
• Collaborate with suppliers to source processing and/or packaging equipment parts to ensure quality standards are met
• Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance on aseptic processing equipment or inspection & packaging equipment
• Interact with all functions and levels of management, ensuring effective, ongoing communication across teams and internal/external stakeholders
• Support with complex site investigation of key safety and production issues and events and work on the identification and implementation of CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) plans to address such events and prevent recurrence

Required qualifications:

• BS degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Packaging, Pharmaceutical, Biomedical), or a related technical field
• 1+ years of experience in aseptic processes or inspection & packaging engineering in the pharmaceutical industry (level hired for depends on years of experience)
• 0-2 years of experience (Level I)
• 2-5 years of experience (Level II)
• 5-8 years of experience (Level III/Sr.)
• 8+ years of experience (Level IV/Principal)
• Knowledge of the basic principles in aseptic processing and/or packaging engineering best practices
• Must be able to lead and execute engineering projects
• Strong understanding of packaging materials, processing, and testing methods
• Experience with PLC, HMI, Vision Systems and Building Management systems
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to read mechanical, electrical, and P&ID drawings
• AutoCAD or equivalent component design knowledge
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Experience and the ability to use enterprise software (examples include: JDE, Microsoft Dynamics, BPLM, Veeva, Trackwise, etc.)

 Physical / safety requirements:

• Duties may require overtime work, including nights and weekends
• Position requires sitting for long hours, but may also involve walking or standing for long periods of time
• Variable travel of 0-10% could be expected
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs overhead
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), as required

In return, you’ll be eligible for[1]:

• Day One Benefits
  • Medical & Dental Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Spouse Life Insurance
    • Child Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Time Off Program
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Parental Leave and more
  • Adoption Reimbursement Program
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Community and Volunteer Service Program
  • Employee Ownership Plan
• Additional Benefits
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits
    • Vision Coverage
    • Accident
    • Critical Illness
    • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
    • Identity Theft Protection
    • Legal and more
  • Onsite Campus Amenities
    • Workout Facility
    • Cafeteria
    • Credit Union

[1] Current benefit offerings are in effect through 12/31/26

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job.  It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job.  Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simtra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Simtra evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Data Privacy

To learn more about Simtra's approach to data privacy, please review the Simtra Recruitment Platform Global Privacy Policy:  https://simtra.com/privacy-policy/

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) ist ein erstklassiges Auftragsentwicklungs- & Herstellungsunternehmen, welches seit über 65 Jahren in Zusammenarbeit mit mehr als 60 internationalen Kunden weltweit sterile, injizierbare Arzneimittel auf den Markt bringt. Unser Hauptaugenmerk liegt hierbei auf der Herstellung von Krebstherapeutika. Mit der Unterstützung von über 2.000 Mitarbeitenden an unseren zwei Standorten in Bloomington, Indiana, USA und Halle/Westfalen, Deutschland, können wir unseren Kunden ein breites Portfolio von Verabreichungssystemen anbieten, darunter vorgefüllte Spritzen, flüssige/lyophilisierte Fläschchen, Verdünnungsmittel für die Rekonstitution, mit Pulver gefüllte Fläschchen und sterile Kristallisation. Neben der GMP-Herstellung bieten wir auch weitere Dienstleistungen an, darunter Unterstützung bei der Formulierung und Entwicklung, Gefriertrocknungsoptimierung, globale regulatorische Unterstützung sowie Sekundärverpackung.

Simtra wird aus vielseitigen Teams in verschiedenen Bereichen gebildet! Werden Sie ein Teil des Teams und unterstützen Sie zukünftig dabei Patienten weltweit lebensverändernde Medikamente zur Verfügung zu stellen.

Das bieten wir Dir:

• Faire tarifgebundene Vergütung inkl. Sozialleistungen wie ein 13. Tarifgehalt, Urlaubsgeld, betriebliche Altersvorsorge und eine zusätzliche Pflegeversicherung
• Hauseigene moderne Kantine mit attraktiver Be­zu­schus­sung
• 30 Tage Urlaub plus Sonderurlaub
• Wochenarbeitszeit von 37,5 Stunden
• Job-Rad Leasing
• Corporate Benefits: Exklusive Mitarbeiterrabatte bei zahlreichen bekannten Marken
• Gute Verkehrsanbindung und kostenlose Mitarbeitendenparkplätze mit E-Ladesäulen zu günstigen Konditionen
• Berufsbedingter Umzug? Wir unterstützen finanziell im Rahmen unserer Umzugskostenpauschale
• Kostenlose Betriebssportarten z.B. Badminton, Fußball und Fitnesskurse

Engagierten und begabten Menschen bieten wir interessante Chancen in allen Phasen des Berufslebens. Geschlecht, Alter, Hautfarbe, Herkunft, sexuelle Orientierung und Beeinträchtigungen spielen dabei keine Rolle - im Gegenteil: Wir fördern Vielfalt und glauben, dass Diversität eine Bereicherung darstellt.

Wir freuen uns über die Zusendung der Unterlagen zu Deinem bisherigen beruflichen Werdegang direkt über unser Online-System.

Bei Rückfragen wende Dich gerne an Selin Sencan (ssencan@simtra.com).

Um mehr über die Datenschutzrichtlinie von Simtra zu erfahren, lese bitte die globale Datenschutzrichtlinie der Simtra Recruitment Platform: » Recruiting Privacy Notice (DE)

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization.  

Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide.  As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra.  We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging.  Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.

Why join Team Simtra? Because we:

Make it HAPPEN – We bring a growth mindset to every opportunity, developing new skillsets and exceeding our expectations and those of our customers.

Make it TOGETHER – We work as one, respecting each voice and tapping into our unique strengths across teams—so we can solve problems in new ways.

Make it RIGHT – We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence, fulfilling our commitments to the customer, their patients, and our team members.

Make it COUNT – We take pride in our day-to-day work, knowing the impact we make – taking on challenges big and small to improve patient health.

This role:

The Sr. Calibration Technician performs calibrations and maintains the calibration scheduling system to confirm facility requirements.  It reports to the Calibration Manager.

The responsibilities:

• Test and calibrate measuring and test instruments for conformance to Standard Operating Procedures
• Set up test equipment, measures accuracy of instruments used to record various parameters (voltage, current, heat, flow, pressure, etc.)
• Adjust/repair instruments to meet calibration standards
• Coordinates instrument re-certification with outside standards laboratories, which includes inspections and documentation reviews on those instruments.
• Maintain calibration scheduling database and required documentation.
• Serve as a technical resource on calibration issues including investigation of out-of-tolerance events.
• Rotate on-call for off-hours and weekend support. Duties may also require overtime and weekends.

Required qualifications:

• High school diploma required (Associates Degree preferred)
• 5+ year(s) calibration experience or related field with proven problem-solving skills in pharmaceutical industry
• Basic understanding of calibration with an ability to deal with moderately complex processes and procedures
• Must be able to demonstrate judgment and initiative in problem resolution
• Must be able to work unsupervised
• Good communication skills and detail oriented
• Working knowledge of 21CFR and cGMP regulations
• Work experience in a clean room environment a plus
• Duties may require overtime work, including nights and weekends

Physical / safety requirements:

• Must be able to lift, push/pull, and carry up to 55 pounds
• Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirator
• May be required to work with pressurized equipment, hot surfaces
• May be required to work in confined spaces
• Position requires standing for long hours
• Ability to qualify for Grade B gowning

In return, you’ll be eligible for[1]:

• Day One Benefits
  • Medical & Dental Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Spouse Life Insurance
    • Child Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Time Off Program
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Parental Leave and more
  • Adoption Reimbursement Program
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Community and Volunteer Service Program
  • Employee Ownership Plan
• Additional Benefits
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits
    • Vision Coverage
    • Accident
    • Critical Illness
    • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
    • Identity Theft Protection
    • Legal and more
  • Onsite Campus Amenities
    • Workout Facility
    • Cafeteria
    • Credit Union

[1] Current benefit offerings are in effect through 12/31/26

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job.  It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job.  Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simtra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Simtra evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Data Privacy

To learn more about Simtra's approach to data privacy, please review the Simtra Recruitment Platform Global Privacy Policy:  https://simtra.com/privacy-policy/

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization.  

Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide.  As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra.  We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging.  Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.

Why join Team Simtra? Because we:

Make it HAPPEN – We bring a growth mindset to every opportunity, developing new skillsets and exceeding our expectations and those of our customers.

Make it TOGETHER – We work as one, respecting each voice and tapping into our unique strengths across teams—so we can solve problems in new ways.

Make it RIGHT – We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence, fulfilling our commitments to the customer, their patients, and our team members.

Make it COUNT – We take pride in our day-to-day work, knowing the impact we make – taking on challenges big and small to improve patient health.

This role:

A Utilities Engineer is responsible for continuous improvement, technical support and troubleshooting as required on critical utility systems. This role will be responsible for maintenance programs for all existing critical utilities (preventive, reactive, corrective and predictive) and improvement projects, including managing vendor relations, procurement, installation, and functional testing to achieve both budget and timeline requirements. This position is 100% onsite at the Bloomington facility and reports to the Manager of Process Engineering.

The Responsibilities:
• Support in the design and maintenance of utilities and associated systems - including, but not limited to, cooling towers, compressed air generation and distribution systems, chilled water generation and distribution systems, air handling units (AHUs) supporting aseptic processing operations, electrical distribution and backup systems, boiler/steam generation and distribution systems, clean steam generation, fire suppression, water for injection (WFI) production and distribution to points of use
• Monitor and troubleshoot utilities systems and associated equipment to identify and resolve any issues promptly to minimize downtime
• Responsible for and active supervision of technical building systems in the GMP environment, including electricity/emergency power, refrigeration, cooling and vacuum technology
• Detailed planning and implementation during shutdowns, new installations, and process optimization of utilities systems
• Create cGMP/GDP-compliant lifecycle documentation, maintenance, qualifications procedures and operating instructions, including change controls as necessary
• Subject matter expert for building monitoring and work order systems
• Continuous improvement of facilities and processes using LEAN tools and methodologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure utilities systems are integrated effectively into manufacturing processes
• Develop and execution of preventative maintenance plans for utilities systems and associated equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance
• Stay current with industry regulations and best practices, ensuring utilities systems meet all safety and quality standards
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and technicians within the teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and sustainability of utilities systems and associated equipment
• Preparation and maintenance of documentation, including standard operating procedures, equipment manuals, and maintenance records
• Utilize root cause analysis techniques to investigate process and equipment issues and sustainable and preventatives actions
• Own the qualified state of the critical utilities equipment

What you'll bring:
• BS degree in Engineering or Technology required
• 3+ years’ experience in a pharmaceutical industry or in a highly regulated role
• Working knowledge of high and low voltage electrical switchgear and distribution systems
• Working knowledge of common project management tools
• Experience with generation, operation, and use of clean steam and WFI generation systems
• Understanding of controls, wiring and circuitry
• Experience with hydraulics & pneumatics, and operation of air handling systems
• Experience with automation and programmable logic control (PLC) systems

Physical / safety requirements:

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) 
• Ability to work overtime, nights, and weekends as business needs require 
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
• Must be able to gown qualify for Grade A/B area
• Position requires sitting or standing for long hours.

In return, you’ll be eligible for[1]:

• Day One Benefits
  • Medical & Dental Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Spouse Life Insurance
    • Child Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Time Off Program
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Parental Leave and more
  • Adoption Reimbursement Program
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Community and Volunteer Service Program
  • Employee Ownership Plan
• Additional Benefits
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits
    • Vision Coverage
    • Accident
    • Critical Illness
    • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
    • Identity Theft Protection
    • Legal and more
  • Onsite Campus Amenities
    • Workout Facility
    • Cafeteria
    • Credit Union

[1] Current benefit offerings are in effect through 12/31/26

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job.  It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job.  Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simtra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Simtra evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Data Privacy

To learn more about Simtra's approach to data privacy, please review the Simtra Recruitment Platform Global Privacy Policy:  https://simtra.com/privacy-policy/

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization.  

Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide.  As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra.  We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging.  Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.

Why join Team Simtra? Because we:

Make it HAPPEN – We bring a growth mindset to every opportunity, developing new skillsets and exceeding our expectations and those of our customers.

Make it TOGETHER – We work as one, respecting each voice and tapping into our unique strengths across teams—so we can solve problems in new ways.

Make it RIGHT – We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence, fulfilling our commitments to the customer, their patients, and our team members.

Make it COUNT – We take pride in our day-to-day work, knowing the impact we make – taking on challenges big and small to improve patient health.

This role:

The Sr. Manager of Engineering & Maintenance (E&M) leads a team of Process Engineers, Maintenance personnel and Equipment Coordinators to support all aspects of secondary packaging for parenteral pharmaceutical products. This position is part of a cell-based building management structure, complimented by peer leaders from Operations, Quality, and Technical Services departments. The incumbent will be responsible for leading a department with foundational expectations centered on safety, quality, execution, collaboration, and process improvement to support cell operational metrics and overall plant goals & objectives. The position reports to the Associate Director Engineering & Maintenance Operations.

The responsibilities:

• Responsible for maintaining departmental headcount and all associated administrative and planning functions, including interviewing candidates, hiring, onboarding & training, personnel development, performance management, scheduling, directing day-to-day activities and project oversight
• Responsible for equipment performance, preventive/scheduled maintenance, emergency maintenance, vendor scheduling, and project management - including timely repair and sourcing of critical parts or components
• Responsible for coordinating all activities and/or repairs related to facilities maintenance for building
• Responsible for Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program focused on identifying overall equipment efficiencies to enhance production processes and quality
• Supports identification and procurement activities related to new process equipment. Includes generation of user specification documents, installation, commissioning, and qualification activities Provides oversight and management for process engineers regarding project ownership, including collaboration with CAPEX project engineers, and project timelines
• Works closely with peer cell leaders towards common goals to track and report department specific metrics within the cell
• Responsible for identification and implementation of corrective actions to improve performance and compliance
• Complies with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and rigorous quality standards and holds team to same expectation
• Maintains a clean and safe work area using 6S (6 Sigma) principles
• Ensures team is compliant with safe work practices and electrical requirements, including LOTO (Lock Out, Tag Out), safe work permits, and all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to safely complete assigned work
• Lead and/or support a variety of complex issues & projects as applicable
• Apply technical expertise and troubleshooting philosophies with a variety of technologies including: syringe & vial aseptic filling machines and related process equipment, autoclaves, lyophilizers, terminal sterilizers, isolator systems, Human Machine Interface (HMI), PLCs, clean utilities, HVAC, SCADA systems and electrical control systems
• Ability to troubleshoot complex automated machinery and manual/mechanical based equipment or applications
• Fully accountable for the performance of self and team

Required qualifications:

• BS degree in Engineering or a related field of study
• 7+ years of manufacturing experience
• Prior experience and familiarity working in a cGMP environment
• 3+ years of leadership / supervisory experience 
• Demonstrated examples of successful project execution
• Track record in technical management of process equipment in a manufacturing environment, with experience in electrical, mechanical, and automated applications
• Able to analyze and solve complex problems
• Knowledge of GMPs, FDA guidelines, purchasing practices and process validation
• Team building experience in guiding multi-disciplinary teams on medium complexity issues, while providing technical direction to individual engineering disciplines
• Ability to translate business goals into action plans
• Understanding and proficiency in reliability-centered maintenance principles and practice
• Results-oriented mindset, capable of independent thought, adaptable, ready to respond and react to real-time situations with realistic and viable technical, organizational, and administrative solutions
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to utilize enterprise software applications: Maximo, Veeva, Microsoft Dynamics, Blue Mountain
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Ability to write and review technical documents
• Demonstrated efficient written and verbal communication skills
• Minimal travel required (less than 10%), including potentially supporting equipment FAT
• Ability to apply and utilize Root Cause Analysis (RCA) tools

Physical / safety requirements:

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Dexterity and physical condition to perform some level of repetitive motion tasks

In return, you’ll be eligible for [1]:

• Day One Benefits
  • Medical & Dental Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Spouse Life Insurance
    • Child Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Time Off Program
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Parental Leave and more
  • Adoption Reimbursement Program
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Community and Volunteer Service Program
  • Employee Ownership Plan
• Additional Benefits
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits
    • Vision Coverage
    • Accident
    • Critical Illness
    • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
    • Identity Theft Protection
    • Legal and more
  • Onsite Campus Amenities
    • Workout Facility
    • Cafeteria
    • Credit Union

[1] Current benefit offerings are in effect through 12/31/26

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job.  It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job.  Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simtra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Simtra evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Data Privacy

To learn more about Simtra's approach to data privacy, please review the Simtra Recruitment Platform Global Privacy Policy: https://simtra.com/privacy-policy/

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization.  

Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide.  As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra.  We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging.  Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.

Why join Team Simtra? Because we:

Make it HAPPEN – We bring a growth mindset to every opportunity, developing new skillsets and exceeding our expectations and those of our customers.

Make it TOGETHER – We work as one, respecting each voice and tapping into our unique strengths across teams—so we can solve problems in new ways.

Make it RIGHT – We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence, fulfilling our commitments to the customer, their patients, and our team members.

Make it COUNT – We take pride in our day-to-day work, knowing the impact we make – taking on challenges big and small to improve patient health.

This role:

We are looking for Automation Engineers (level depends on experience) that are responsible for leading the identification, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of process automation and controls systems in pharmaceutical processing, packaging, and facilities. These engineers ensure efficient, quality, functional, and compliant process automation systems and supports engineering systems, capital projects, technical services, and plant support, as applicable. These positions are 100% onsite at the Bloomington, Indiana facility and reports directly to the Sr. Manager, Automation Engineering.

The responsibilities:

• Lead various aspects of support needed in the design, development, and implementation of the site process automation and controls systems
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC & HMI programs
• Specify and configure ins
• Identify and drive improvement opportunities for equipment, instrument, and process optimization, efficiency, and cost reduction through automation technologies and lead initiatives to implement projects
• Lead the deployment of the full system lifecycle for process automation and control systems including the design, assessment, selection, commissioning, validation, and implementation of systems
• Troubleshoot automation and controls systems issues, conduct root causes analysis, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operations
• Conduct risk assessments of automation and controls systems
• Ensure automation and controls systems meet regulatory requirements by conducting and assisting with validation activities

Required qualifications:

• Level I: BS in Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Computer Science, Systems Engineering and Design, or related field) or 6+ years of relevant experience
• Level II: BS in Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Computer Science, Systems Engineering and Design, or related field) or 10+ years of relevant experience
• Level III/Sr: BS in Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Computer Science, Systems Engineering and Design, or related field) and 6+ years of relevant experience
• Level IV/Principal: BS in Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Computer Science, Systems Engineering and Design, or related field) and 10+ years of relevant experience
• Level V/Sr. Principal: BS in Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Computer Science, Systems Engineering and Design, or related field) and 15+ years of relevant experience
• Work experience in process automation and controls systems (including programming PLCs, SCADA, and HMI systems) in pharmaceutical and/or manufacturing environments
• Experience in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Experience in Ignition SCADA/HMI
• Knowledge of coding in Rockwell and Siemens (PLCs and HMIs)
• Knowledge of automation and controls hardware and software systems
• Ability to prioritize projects and workload
• Excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills

Physical/safety requirements:

• Duties may require overtime work, including nights and weekends
• Position requires sitting for long hours, but may also involve walking or standing for long periods of time
• Variable travel of 0-10% could be expected
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs overhead
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), as required

In return, you’ll be eligible for [1]:

• Day One Benefits
  • Medical & Dental Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Spouse Life Insurance
    • Child Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Time Off Program
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Parental Leave and more
  • Adoption Reimbursement Program
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Community and Volunteer Service Program
• Additional Benefits
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits
    • Vision Coverage
    • Accident
    • Critical Illness
    • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
    • Identity Theft Protection
    • Legal and more
  • Onsite Campus Amenities
    • Workout Facility
    • Cafeteria
    • Credit Union

[1] Current benefit offerings are in effect through 12/31/26

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job.  It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job.  Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simtra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Simtra evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Data Privacy

To learn more about Simtra's approach to data privacy, please review the Simtra Recruitment Platform Global Privacy Policy:  https://simtra.com/privacy-policy/

Das bieten wir Ihnen:

• Faire tarifgebundene Vergütung inkl. Sozialleistungen wie ein 13. Tarifgehalt, Urlaubsgeld, betriebliche Altersvorsorge und eine zusätzliche Pflegeversicherung
• Hauseigene moderne Kantine mit attraktiver Be­zu­schus­sung
• 30 Tage Urlaub plus Sonderurlaub
• Wochenarbeitszeit von 37,5 Stunden
• Job-Rad Leasing
• Corporate Benefits: Exklusive Rabatte für Mitarbeitende bei zahlreichen bekannten Marken
• Gute Verkehrsanbindung und kostenlose Mitarbeitendenparkplätze 
• Berufsbedingter Umzug? Wir unterstützen finanziell im Rahmen unserer Umzugskostenpauschale
• Kostenlose Betriebssportarten z.B. Badminton, Fußball und Fitnesskurse

Engagierten und begabten Menschen bieten wir interessante Chancen in allen Phasen des Berufslebens. Geschlecht, Alter, Hautfarbe, Herkunft, sexuelle Orientierung und Beeinträchtigungen spielen dabei keine Rolle - im Gegenteil: Wir fördern Vielfalt und glauben, dass Diversität eine Bereicherung darstellt.

Wir freuen uns über die Zusendung der Unterlagen zu Ihrem bisherigen beruflichen Werdegang direkt über unser Online-System.

Bei Rückfragen wenden Sie sich gerne an Selin Sencan (ssencan@simtra.com).

Um mehr über die Datenschutzrichtlinie von Simtra zu erfahren, lesen Sie bitte die globale Datenschutzrichtlinie der Simtra Recruitment Platform: » Recruiting Privacy Notice (DE)

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) ist ein erstklassiges Auftragsentwicklungs- & Herstellungsunternehmen, welches seit über 65 Jahren in Zusammenarbeit mit mehr als 60 internationalen Kunden weltweit sterile, injizierbare Arzneimittel auf den Markt bringt. Unser Hauptaugenmerk liegt hierbei auf der Herstellung von Krebstherapeutika. Mit der Unterstützung von über 2.000 Mitarbeitenden an unseren zwei Standorten in Bloomington, Indiana, USA und Halle/Westfalen, Deutschland, können wir unseren Kunden ein breites Portfolio von Verabreichungssystemen anbieten, darunter vorgefüllte Spritzen, flüssige/lyophilisierte Fläschchen, Verdünnungsmittel für die Rekonstitution, mit Pulver gefüllte Fläschchen und sterile Kristallisation. Neben der GMP-Herstellung bieten wir auch weitere Dienstleistungen an, darunter Unterstützung bei der Formulierung und Entwicklung, Gefriertrocknungsoptimierung, globale regulatorische Unterstützung sowie Sekundärverpackung.

Simtra wird aus vielseitigen Teams in verschiedenen Bereichen gebildet! Werden Sie ein Teil des Teams und unterstützen Sie zukünftig dabei Patienten weltweit lebensverändernde Medikamente zur Verfügung zu stellen.

Wir produzieren in unserem Werk in Halle/Westfalen Arzneimittel zur Therapie verschiedener Krebs- und anderer lebensbedrohenden Erkrankungen.

Für unser Team suchen wir Sie als Projektmanager (m/w/d) für pharmazeutische Investitionsprojekte.

In der Rolle als Projektmanager (m/w/d) übernehmen Sie die ganzheitliche Leitung komplexer Investitionsprojekte im GMP‑regulierten Umfeld. Sie steuern Projekte von der Konzept- und Planungsphase über Beschaffung, Bau und Inbetriebnahme bis zur qualifizierten Übergabe an die Produktion. Im Einzelnen beinhaltet dieses:

• Übernahme der Gesamtverantwortung für die Einhaltung der zentralen Projektparameter – Zeit, Budget und Qualität – (CTQ/TCQ)
• Entwicklung einer risikobasierten C&Q‑Strategie (FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ; Schnittstelle zur PQ)
• Verantwortung für URS, Design‑Reviews, Risikoanalysen, DQ/IQ/OQ‑Dokumentation und GMP‑konforme Projektabwicklung
• Sicherstellung von Good Engineering Practice (GEP) sowie dokumentierter Traceability über alle Projektphasen
• Steuerung von Lieferanten (m/w/d) (Engineering‑Büros, Anlagenhersteller, Baupartner) incl. Vergabeprozesse und Claim Management
• Proaktive Kommunikation mit dem Management, Quality, Produktion und internationalen Stakeholdern
• Vorbereitung und Durchführung von Projektreviews
• Sicherstellung eines reibungslosen Projektverlaufs inkl. Risiko‑ und Eskalationsmanagement
• Übergabe qualifizierter Anlagen an die Produktion sowie Nachverfolgung aller Abweichungen und CAPAs
• Unterstützung bei Portfolio‑ und Investitionsplanung (CAPEX‑Roadmap)

Sie bringen mit:

• Abgeschlossenes (Master-)Studium, gerne aus den Fachbereichen Maschinenbau, Elektro-, oder Verfahrenstechnik
• Mehrjährige Berufserfahrung in der Leitung von Projekten im Bereich Investitionsgüter / Produktionsanlagen (vorzugsweise in der Pharmaproduktion)
• Prozessorientierte, strukturierte Arbeitsweise im Projektmanagement
• GMP-Kenntnisse
• Ausgezeichnete Kommunikationsfähigkeiten, Durchsetzungsstärke
• Fähigkeit zur Moderation großer Teams sowie Verhandlungsgeschick
• Freude an der aktiven Übernahme von Verantwortung und dem Treffen von Entscheidungen
• Sehr gute Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift

Das bieten wir Ihnen: 

• Eine attraktive Vergütung und 30 Tage Urlaub
• Hauseigene moderne Kantine mit attraktiver Be­zu­schus­sung
• Job-Rad Leasing
• Corporate Benefits: Exklusive Rabatte für Mitarbeitende bei zahlreichen bekannten Marken
• Gute Verkehrsanbindung und kostenlose Mitarbeitendenparkplätze 
• Kostenlose Betriebssportarten z.B. Badminton, Fußball und Fitnesskurse

Engagierten und begabten Menschen bieten wir interessante Chancen. Geschlecht, Alter, Hautfarbe, Herkunft, sexuelle Orientierung und Beeinträchtigungen spielen dabei keine Rolle - im Gegenteil: Wir fördern Vielfalt und glauben, dass Diversität eine Bereicherung darstellt.

Wir freuen uns über die Zusendung der Unterlagen zu Ihrem bisherigen beruflichen Werdegang direkt über unser Online-System.

Bei Rückfragen wenden Sie sich gerne an Selin Sencan (ssencan@simtra.com).

Um mehr über die Datenschutzrichtlinie von Simtra zu erfahren, lesen Sie bitte die globale Datenschutzerklärung der Simtra Recruitment Plattform durch: Privacy Policy (DE) — Simtra BioPharma Solutions

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization.  

Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide.  As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra.  We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging.  Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.

Why join Team Simtra? Because we:

Make it HAPPEN – We bring a growth mindset to every opportunity, developing new skillsets and exceeding our expectations and those of our customers.

Make it TOGETHER – We work as one, respecting each voice and tapping into our unique strengths across teams—so we can solve problems in new ways.

Make it RIGHT – We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence, fulfilling our commitments to the customer, their patients, and our team members.

Make it COUNT – We take pride in our day-to-day work, knowing the impact we make – taking on challenges big and small to improve patient health.

This role:

The Senior Process Validation Engineer is a key member of the Technical Services organization, responsible for leading and supporting validation activities for sterile injectable manufacturing processes within a regulated pharmaceutical CDMO environment. This role focuses on process validation strategy, execution, lifecycle management, and maintaining the validated state to ensure compliant, robust, and inspection‑ready operations.

The Senior Process Validation Engineer partners closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Engineering, Tech Transfer, Supply Chain, and Regulatory teams to implement risk‑based approach that support safe, reliable, and scalable sterile drug product manufacturing. This position is full time and based onsite at the Simtra Bloomington facility.

The responsibilities:

• Provide technical and strategic leadership for process validation of new and existing sterile injectable manufacturing processes, including formulation, compounding, filtration, aseptic filling, lyophilization, and terminal sterilization, as applicable
• Own and drive lifecycle process validation strategy, ensuring risk‑based, scientifically justified approaches aligned with FDA/EMA guidance, ICH expectations, and internal quality standards
• Lead the development, review, and approval of key validation deliverables, including Process Validation Master Plans, risk assessments, protocols, control strategy elements, and final validation summary reports
• Set validation direction and standards for parameters, sampling strategies, acceptance criteria, and statistical approaches; ensure consistent application across products, programs, and manufacturing areas
• Serve as the primary validation interface with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and external clients to ensure end‑to‑end process readiness for PPQ and commercial manufacturing
• Lead process validation planning and execution for technology transfers, including assessment of development history, identification of validation gaps, definition of validation scope, and readiness for PPQ execution
• Provide senior oversight and technical guidance for equipment, facility, and utility qualification activities, ensuring robust alignment with process validation requirements
• Provide expert validation impact assessments for changes related to process, equipment, raw materials, analytical methods, and facilities, supporting change control and regulatory commitments
• Establish and oversee continued process verification programs
• Act as on‑the‑floor validation lead during PPQ execution, process confirmation runs, technology transfer campaigns, and high‑risk or high‑visibility manufacturing operations
• Ensure validation documentation is inspection‑ready, supporting internal audits, client audits, and global regulatory inspections
• Serve as a SME during regulatory inspections and client audits; lead inspection preparation, participate in interviews, and support responses to inspection observations
• Continuously improve validation practices, incorporating lessons learned, regulatory trends, and industry best practices to enhance efficiency, compliance, and product quality

Required qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related technical discipline
• 5–8+ years of experience in process validation, CQV, MS&T, or manufacturing support within a regulated pharmaceutical environment
• Strong understanding of sterile injectable manufacturing processes and aseptic processing principles
• Solid working knowledge of cGMP requirements and validation lifecycle concepts
• Demonstrated experience authoring and executing process validation protocols and reports

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in a CDMO environment and sterile injectable drug product manufacturing
• Familiarity with equipment and facility qualification and CSV validation
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections and client audits as a validation SME
• Knowledge of continued process verification, process capability analysis, and lifecycle management
• Experience working with electronic validation systems, MES, or electronic batch records

Physical / safety requirements:

• Occasional overtime may be required, including evenings or weekends to support validation execution or manufacturing schedules
• Position requires extended periods of sitting with routine walking and standing in manufacturing areas
• Must be able to qualify for classified manufacturing area gowning as applicable
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

In return, you’ll be eligible for [1]:

• Day One Benefits
  • Medical & Dental Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Spouse Life Insurance
    • Child Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Time Off Program
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Parental Leave and more
  • Adoption Reimbursement Program
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Community and Volunteer Service Program
• Additional Benefits
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits
    • Vision Coverage
    • Accident
    • Critical Illness
    • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
    • Identity Theft Protection
    • Legal and more
  • Onsite Campus Amenities
    • Workout Facility
    • Cafeteria
    • Credit Union

[1] Current benefit offerings are in effect through 12/31/26

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job.  It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job.  Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simtra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Simtra evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Data Privacy

To learn more about Simtra's approach to data privacy, please review the Simtra Recruitment Platform Global Privacy Policy:  https://simtra.com/privacy-policy/